News on Chips and Snacks from the United States

July 29, 2021

Lay's Releases Limited-Edition Flavor Swap Lineup Inspired By Doritos And Funyuns

Lay's teams up with two flagship Frito-Lay favorites for lay's flavor swap, bringing fans the ultimate flavor mashup experience.

July 28, 2021

RIND® to Shake up the Snack Aisle with the Launch of Crispy Fruit Chips

It's crunch time! On the heels of a $6.1 million raise announced last month, RIND Snacks®, makers of functional and sustainable fruit snacks, is giving consumers an exciting, new, and innovative way to enjoy their daily dose of fruit.

July 28, 2021

UTZ Brands Announces Promotions to Executive Management Team as Company Positions for Next Phase of Growth

Utz Brands, Inc. announced several changes to its Executive Management Team. The announcements reflect the Company’s ongoing process of evaluating capabilities needed to better position Utz for its next phase of growth.

Great Lakes Potato Chips manufactures skin on kettle chips in a range of flavours

July 24, 2021

Great Lakes Potato Chips plans major expansion. Michigan Department of Agriculture chips in USD 80K

The USD 2.4 Million expansion project of Great Lakes Potato Chips is expected to create new jobs and improve energy and operational efficiencies.

July 14, 2021

Spudsy used National French Fry Day to Launch a Sweet Potato Fries inspired savory snack

Spudsy, the brand known for creating the world's first Sweet Potato Puff, is introducing a new super snack on National French Fry Day that will excite the tastebuds of fry lovers everywhere.

West Virginia potato chip company expanding into other states

July 01, 2021

West Virginia potato chip company Mister Bee expands sales into other states

Starting in early July, Mister Bee’s potato chips will be entering a new territory for the first time in company history. Mister Bee’s will be featured in stores throughout Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C., through Labor Day in September honoring military personnel.

June 29, 2021

Fritos® Teams Up With Papa Murphy's® Take 'n' Bake Pizza To Unveil Limited-Edition Fritos® Outlaw Pizza

Featuring the iconic taste and crunch of Fritos® corn chips, this new offering is the latest innovation from Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake pizza to upgrade BBQ season

Snack production equipment manufacturer Reading Bakery Systems expands Science and Innovation Center Services

June 11, 2021

Snack production line manufacturer Reading Bakery Systems expands Science and Innovation Center Services

Reading Bakery Systems (RBS), a leading manufacturer of baked snack production systems, announces the expansion of their Science and Innovation Center’s product development and equipment testing capabilities by introducing Virtual Trials and additional hiring.

June 08, 2021

Frito-Lay to Create 160 Jobs with Rosenberg, Texas, Plant Expansion

Frito-Lay, a division of PepsiCo and leading snack manufacturer, along with Fort Bend County, today announced a $200 million investment at its Rosenberg, Texas, site.

June 03, 2021

New Pringles® Wavy Pineapple Habanero Takes Your Taste Buds On A Tropical Getaway

Available for a limited time, the Pringles Wavy Pineapple Habanero crisps deliver a tangy, smoky taste and the chance to win a sweet beach vacation.

Ruffles® Encourages Fans to Own Their Ridges with the Release of the Ultra-Custom Armored Ridge Tops Sneaker.

May 25, 2021

Pepsico promotes its Ruffles® Ridged potato chips ... with shoes???

Inspired by the defining characteristics of the signature chip, the sneakers are the edgy embodiment of what it means to own one's style, story - and your ridges.

May 20, 2021

Frito-Lay Snack Index: Summer 2021

Consumers Have 'Two Summers in One' Mentality as Memorial Day Approaches, Frito-Lay U.S. Snack Index Finds. Results flip: In 2020, more than 80 percent of Americans were staying home for Memorial Day; this year, 80 percent are gearing up to go out.

May 20, 2021

New Pringles® Flavor Gives Wendy's® Spicy Chicken Sandwich Lovers A New Reason To Drive Thru The Snack Aisle

A New Reason To Drive Thru The Snack Aisle: Pringles and Wendy's are back with a spicy-chicken-inspired crisp that packs a punch in every bite.

U.S. Potato Imports Continue to Increase.

May 19, 2021

United States Potato Imports Continue to Increase; More frozen potato products imported from Europe

Strong demand for potatoes and potato products and tight domestic supplies continues to drive increases in imports for the current (July – June) marketing year. For July 2020 – March 2021 total imports are up 9 percent, led by an 18% increase in chips and a 15 percent increase in dehydrated potatoes.

May 19, 2021

Herr's Launches 'Flavor Mix Mystery' Chip Asking Fans To Guess The Mystery Combination

Nation's largest family-owned snack maker invites fans to guess the flavor combination for a chance to win $10,000.

May 13, 2021

Utz Brands to Acquire Festida Foods

Utz Brands, Inc. announced that its subsidiaries have entered into a definitive agreement with Great Lakes Festida Holdings, Inc. to acquire all of the assets, including the real estate located in Grand Rapids, MI, related to the operation of Festida Foods.

May 03, 2021

Cheetos And Doritos Go Head-to-Head In Epic Flamin' Hot Faceoff

After years of fans debating and taking sides, Cheetos® and Doritos® will officially settle the score to see which beloved brand is truly the most loved. Will it be Team Cheetos, or will it be Team Doritos?

April 29, 2021

Smartfood® Popcorn And Krispy Kreme® Unveil Iconic Flavor Mashup With Smartfood® Original Glazed Doughnut

Popping into summer, the limited-edition flavor is set to delight fans nationwide who are looking for a fun yet smart snacking option. After years of anticipation, Smartfood® has released a once-in-a-lifetime flavor experience for fans – just in time for summer.

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